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Enrollment Deposit

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California State University-San Marcos requires a deposit of $150 to confirm your enrollment.



National Rank

20.30%

California State University-San Marcos is in the top 20.30% of colleges in the country for deposit cost. Nationally, 23.16% of colleges do not require a deposit.

State Rank

19.20%

California State University-San Marcos is in the top 19.20% of colleges in the state of California for deposit cost. 18.37% of colleges in the state do not require a deposit.

Type Rank

32.10%

California State University-San Marcos is in the top 32.10% of Public, 4-year or above colleges for deposit cost. 37.66% ofpublic colleges do not require a deposit.

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Student Population

California State University-San Marcos educates a diverse community of 15,109 students, with 13,914 pursuing undergraduate degrees and 1,195 engaged in advanced graduate studies.


Total Enrollment

15,109


Total Undergraduates

13,914

Total Graduates

1,195


Full-Time vs Part-Time

79% Full-Time

21% Part-Time

Admissions

The admission process at California State University-San Marcos has a 95% acceptance rate. California State University-San Marcos has test required that focus on each student's unique potential.


Acceptance Rate

95%

Location

Located in San Marcos, CA, California State University-San Marcos offers students a suburban experience with all the advantages of proximity to urban amenities.


City

San Marcos


County

San Diego County


State

California


Country

United States


Urbanization

Suburb: Large

About

California State University-San Marcos features a student-focused approach with a 23 : 1 student-faculty ratio, values, and competitive NCAA athletic programs that enhance the college experience.


Student-to-Faculty Ratio

23 : 1


Religious Affiliation

None


Division in Athletics

NCAA


Sector

Public, 4-year or above


Cost

California State University-San Marcos makes education accessible, offering an average net price of $10,463 with 65% of students receiving financial assistance including 45% benefiting from Pell Grants.


Average Net Price

$10,463


Received Aid

65%


Pell Recipients

45%


Combined Sticker Price

In-State: $7,739

Out-of-State: $19,619

Demographics

The California State University-San Marcos student body represents diverse backgrounds and experiences, with 104% in-state students and a balanced age distribution across traditional and non-traditional learners.


Gender
Men
5,620 (40%)
Women
8,294 (60%)

Undergraduate Ages
Under 18
251 (2%)
18-19
3,981 (29%)
20-21
3,739 (27%)
22-24
3,324 (24%)
Over 25
2,619 (19%)

Outcomes

California State University-San Marcos prioritizes student success, demonstrated by a 57% graduation rate and the achievements of alumni who make meaningful contributions in their communities and careers.


Graduation Rate

57%

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